Vermont Health Connect
Vermont Health Connect is the health insurance marketplace, previously known as health insurance exchange, in the U.S. state of Vermont, created in accordance with the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The marketplace operates a website.
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Jurisdiction | Health insurance marketplace for U.S. state of Vermont |
Website | healthconnect.vermont.gov |
The marketplace is offered to individuals and families who are not covered by their employer. It allows enrollees to compare health insurance plans and provides those who qualify with access to tax credits.
History
The Vermont marketplace web site was developed by CGI Group.[1]
Enrollment via the marketplace began on October 1, 2013.[2] Mark Larson, Commissioner of the Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA), said there were more than 30,000 people who logged in during the first four days of October.[3] Larson stepped down from his position in March 2015.[4]
There have been problems with the service, including billing related issues, which the state is trying to overcome.[5]
References
- Auerbach, David (October 8, 2013). "What went wrong with healthcare.gov: The front end and back end never talked to each other". Slate.com. Retrieved November 10, 2013.
- Pruitt, Annie (August 2, 2013). "Vermont Health Care Exchange Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)". Vermont Public Radio. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
- Kinzel, Bob (October 4, 2013). "Vermont Health Connect Gets I.R.S. Certification". Vermont Public Radio. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
- McCullum, April (January 20, 2015). "VT Health Connect official Larson to resign". Burlington Free Press. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
- Remsen, Nancy (August 8, 2014). "Billing problems plague Vermont Health Connect". Burlington Free Press. Retrieved March 23, 2018.